2018 Festival

June 13-16 • Henderson, Kentucky

The 28th Annual W.C. Handy Blues & Barbecue Festival is set to blow away Blues Lovers again! We have an incredible lineup for you at the greatest blues venue you will ever see – Audubon Mill Park on the Ohio River in Henderson, Kentucky. It all kicks off Wednesday, June 13th @ 5PM! Go ahead, check out the Event Schedule and mark your calendar for June 13-16, 2018 when Henderson will be the center of the Blues universe!

Important Festival Information!

We have had a lot of questions about pets and coolers! Here is the quick and dirty:

What to Bring:Chairs
Blankets
Sun Screen
Rain Gear
Family & Friends

What NOT to Bring:Pets
Coolers
Alcohol

Smoking Policy:
Although smoking is not prohibited, please be considerate of your neighbors

Handy Festival Recognized as Top Event!

The festival was named a Top 20 Event in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society

About the Festival

Henderson, Kentucky's W. C. Handy Blues & Barbecue Festival is a week long musical event that features blues and Zydeco bands from across the United States. Not to mention the mounds of barbecue, red beans & rice and other great treats available from local vendors. See you there!